Student‑friendly SIMs for the new term (UK)
posted 15th September 2025
Back to uni? Get a cheaper SIM that still does everything you need
Moving back to uni halls or into a new house share? Now is a good time to lower your phone bill without losing the features you rely on. Our SIM‑only plans are flexible and student‑proof. Keep your number. Pay monthly by card. Use Wi‑Fi calling when signal is patchy in halls or at home.
Why students pick us
- No credit checks. Sign up in minutes with a debit or credit card.
- Discounted rates. Great value across major UK networks.
- Wi‑Fi calling. Clear calls when your signal is weak.
- Free roaming. O2 includes EU up to 35GB. Vodafone includes up to 25GB in 81 countries.
How much data do you really need?
Light use: social, WhatsApp and maps; usually 5 to 10GB a month.
Everyday streaming and uni life: often 15 to 30GB a month.
Heavy use: video and music everywhere; 50GB or unlimited.
Three quick checks before you buy
- Coverage at your new address or halls. A postcode check takes seconds.
- Hotspot needs. If you tether a laptop for lectures, step up to a bigger data plan.
- Travel plans. Going abroad this term? Pick a plan that includes roaming where you are going.
Keep your number in two minutes
Text PAC to 65075. Choose your plan and give us the code at checkout. Your number moves over on the next working day.
Wi‑Fi calling: a study‑time lifesaver
Library basements and old houses can kill your signal. Wi‑Fi calling routes your calls over Wi‑Fi, so you can talk clearly wherever you have a connection. There is no extra app. Just enable it in Settings.
Travelling this term?
Heading to Europe or on a field trip? O2 EU roaming up to 35GB and Vodafone up to 25GB in 81 countries let you message, map and upload without surprise bills. Fair‑use policies apply.
Student money‑saving tips
- Start flexible with a rolling plan. Move up only if you run short.
- Match data to your habits. If you stream a lot, choose 50GB or more.
- Download playlists and lectures on Wi‑Fi for offline use.
- Limit background data on heavy apps.
- Roam smartly outside the EU or the 81‑country list: add a bolt‑on or use a local eSIM.
Don’t overthink it
Pick a plan that fits your week, get connected today, and switch up later if you need more data.
Pick a student SIM →